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Dr. John Henderson, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Columbus, GA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Henderson, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. John Henderson, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Henderson graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Womack Army Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Henderson is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Henderson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Henderson’s office at (706) 323-5717.

    Where did Dr. Henderson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Womack Army Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Womack Army Comm Hospital | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Wv School of Osteopathy | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Henderson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Henderson, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Henderson speak?

    Dr. Henderson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Henderson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Henderson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Henderson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Henderson typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Henderson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Henderson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Henderson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Henderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 323-5717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Henderson accept in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. Henderson in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mitchell Family Office

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Henderson's office located?

    Dr. John Henderson's Primary Practice

    1900 10th Ave Ste 320

    Columbus, GA 31901

    (706) 323-5717

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    What is Dr. Henderson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Henderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477597979.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Henderson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Henderson

    What is Dr. John Henderson's specialty?

    Dr. Henderson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, GA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. John Henderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Henderson is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. John Henderson accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?

    Yes, Dr. John Henderson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Henderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Henderson's office at (706) 323-5717 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Henderson?

    Please contact Dr. Henderson's office at (706) 323-5717 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Henderson's office located?

    Dr. Henderson's office is located in Columbus, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Henderson have?

    Dr. John Henderson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.